Scholarships

Recipients

2014 Scholarship Recipients

Joseph Butts
Joseph Butts is a resident of Loxley Station Development in Loxley, Alabama a property managed by CARH member, Gateway Management Company. Joey was a member of the 2014 graduating class of Robertsdale High School, where he held a 3.84 GPA and received a College Preparatory Diploma with Distinction and Honors. In school, he was vice president of the Future Business Leaders of America, a member of the National Honor Society and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes and Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, and was involved with the Scholar’s Bowl Tea, Students Inspiring Student Volunteers and the Varsity baseball team. He was also recognized as an outstanding diplomat at Baldwin Model United Nations. Joey has volunteered as a baseball and softball coach, helped with coastal cleanup and the school’s Fall Festival. He also co-founded the drama club at his church. Joey will be attending Auburn University and will major in software engineering. Joey was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

Kennedy Lamb
Kennedy Lamb is a resident of St. Michaels Cottages in St. Michaels, Maryland, a property managed by CARH member, TM Associates Management, Inc. Kennedy was a member of the 2014 graduating class of St. Michaels Middle/High School, where she held a 4.0 GPA, which included Advanced Placement courses. In school, she was president of the National Honor Society, editor of the Yearbook and the Talbot Times school newspaper and involved in the student government association, prom committee and other school clubs. Kennedy works part-time for an event photography company and oftentimes volunteers as a photographer during charity events. Kennedy will attend Washington College and major in Biology. Kennedy was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

Tami Tucker
Tami Tucker is a resident of Cherry Tree Apartments in Hilldale, Michigan, a property managed by CARH member, Gardner Management Company. Tami is enrolled at Jackson College where she has a 3.75 GPA. She is the mother of five children — ages 17, 13, 9, and 6 year old twins. Tami is a board member for Child Abuse Prevention and Awareness, volunteers at Assembly of God and Youth Engaged in Prevention. She is also co-owner of Seed of Hope Strawberry Popcorn which advocates for domestic violence prevention. Tami is pursuing a bachelors degree in Family Life Education. Tami was awarded the Jack Godin, Jr. Scholarship.

Stephanie Gilbert
Stephanie Gilbert is a resident of Golden Acres Development in Pompano Beach, Florida, a property managed by CARH member, Nelson & Associates, Inc. and owned by the Housing Authority of Pompano Beach. Stephanie was a member of the 2014 graduating class of North Broward Preparatory School, where she held a 4.23 GPA. In school, she was historian for the Spanish National Honor Society, a member of the National Honor Society, the Ronald McDonald House club and the Multi-Cultural club, and played clarinet in the Pep Band. Stephanie has volunteered with Hearts for Hooves, a non-profit that pairs mentally and physically handicapped children with gentle horses, and volunteered with Habitat for Humanity and a Senior Activities Center. Stephanie will attend the University of Miami and study pre-pharmacy. Stephanie was awarded the CRHD Founders Scholarship.

2013 Scholarship Recipients

Dy’Lean English
Dy’Lean English is a resident of Summer Place Apartments in Carrollton, Alabama a property managed by CARH member, Hollyhand Companies. Dy’Lean was a member of the 2013 graduating class of Aliceville High School, where she held a 3.93 GPA and received an Advanced with Honors diploma. In school, she was involved in student government, Beta Club, Vocational Industrial Clubs of America, Future Business Leaders of America and Health Occupations Students of America. She was a Sunday school teacher at Exiting Life Church and worked at the Pickens County Medical Center and Aliceville Middle/Elementary School Library. Dy’Lean attends Bevill State Community College-Fayette and majors in biological sciences. Dy’Lean was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

Nyshira Jackson
Nyshira Jackson is a resident of Azalea Apartments in Bowling Green, Florida, a property managed by CARH member, Southwind Management Services. Nyshira was a member of the 2013 graduating class of Hardee Senior High School, where she held a 3.7 GPA. In school, she was involved in the National Honor Society, Lionettes, volleyball, chorus and the student council. She was a member of Take Stock in Children and attended First Baptist in Bowling Green. Nyshira attends Florida State University and is studying exercise science. Nyshira was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

Erica Valdez
Erica Valdez is a resident of Regency Plaza Apartments in Russellville, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member, Irby Management. Erica was a member of the 2013 graduating class of Tharptown High School, where she held a 3.36 GPA and graduated with an Advanced Diploma. In school, she was a member of SADD, 4-H, the student council, Future Business Leaders of America, FCA, basketball, cheerleading, track and was homecoming queen. She worked part-time and participated in the First Baptist Littleville Youth Group. Erica attends Northwest Shoals Community College, has been inducted into the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and is pursuing a degree in Speech Pathology. Erica was awarded the Jack Godin, Jr. Scholarship.

Candace Sloan
Candace Sloan is a resident of Cedar Run Apartments in Brownsburg, Indiana, a property managed by CARH member, Dominion Realty, Inc.. Candace is enrolled at Ivy Tech Community College where she is on the Dean’s List. She is the proud mother of a son, works full-time, and volunteers with her son’s soccer club. In 2014, she was one of only 18 students accepted into the Surgical Technology Program. She expects to graduate with her associates degree in 2015 and will continue her education to become a physician’s assistant. Candace was awarded the inaugural CRHD Founders Scholarship.

2012 Scholarship Recipients

Sonia FrederickSonia Frederick was a resident of Stanton Meadows Apartments in Senaca Falls, New York, a property managed by CARH member, Baldwin Real Estate Corporation. Sonia attends Albany State University and is pursuing a degree in Accounting & Financial Analysis. She is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma International Business Honor Society and has made the dean’s List all semesters. She is expected to graduate in May 2016. Sonia was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

Rebecca CollettRebecca Collett was a resident of Quail Hollow Apartments in Inez, Kentucky, a property managed by CARH member, T.M. Associates, Inc. Rebecca attends the University of Louisville, Kent School of Social Work and is pursing a degree in social work. While attending college full-time, she works part-time as a Community Support Specialist and will be promoted to drug and alcohol counselor after graduation. She has two children. Rebecca was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

Deidra SykesDeidra Sykes was a resident of Avondale Apartments in Hernando, Mississippi, a property managed by CARH member, Southern Management Group. Deidra attends Northwest Mississippi Community College and is majoring in business administration. She is expected to graduate in 2016. Deidra was awarded the Jack Godin, Jr. Scholarship.

2011 Scholarship Recipients

Christopher BrightChristopher Bright was a resident of Ashbrook Apartments in Albertville, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member, Sunbelt Management. Chris attends Auburn University and is majoring in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Automotive Engineering. He is expected to gradate in May 2016. Chris was awarded the Jack Godin, Jr. Scholarship.

Christen CanadaChristen Canada was a resident of Brookhaven Apartments in Huntsville, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member Greer Management. Christen graduated from Alabama A&U University with a bachelor’s degree in biology in May 2013. She went on to become a graduate Research Assistant at A&M University and continue her education in her goal to become a physician. Christen was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

Jessica KirkpatrickJessica Kirkpatrick was a resident of Belmont Lodge Apartments in White House, Tennessee, a property managed by CARH member Hallmark Management. Jessica attends Middle Tennessee State University where she is majoring in early childhood education. Jessica was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

2010 Scholarship Recipients

Paula LockhartPaula Lockhart was a resident of Cumberland Village in Saint Marys, Georgia, a property managed by CARH member, Hallmark Management. Paula graduated from Wesleyan Collge in May 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in theatre and communication. She will continue her education at the University of Louisville to complete her Masters in Fine Arts in Theatre Arts with emphasis on Performance. Paula was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

Grace BelnapGrace Belnap was a resident of West Tisbury Apartments in Rexburg, Idaho, a property managed by CARH member, Syringa Properties. Grace received her Bachelors Degree in Communications from Brigham Young University-Idaho in the Summer of 2011. She is married and has two sons. Grace was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

Charles LeeCharles Lee was a resident of Carriage House Manor in Andalusia, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member Sunbelt Management. Charles is attending Troy University and pursuing his BSN in nursing, with plans on becoming a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner. Charles was awarded the Jack Godin, Jr. Scholarship.

2009 Scholarship Recipient

Trey JensenTrey Jensen was a resident of Hillside Park Apartments in Tonasket, Washington, a property managed by CARH member Ad-West Realty Services. Trey graduated from Western Washington University in June 2014 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Health/Physical Education. He is pursing a teaching career. Trey was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

2008 Scholarship Recipients

Angela HobsonAngela Hobson was a resident of Burbaker Square Apartments in New Carlisle, Ohio, a property managed by CARH member, The Provident Companies. Angela graduated from Wright State University in April 2013 with a degree in Social Work. She married in 2012. Angela was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

LaSquizzie KernLaSquizzie Kern was a resident of Hannah Heights in Ethel, Mississippi, a property managed by CARH member, Intervest Corporation. LaSquizzie graduated from Ethel High School in 2008 with a 3.97 GPA. She graduated in April 2013 from the Mississippi University for Women with a degree in Art Education and Art Design. LaSquizzie was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.

2007 Scholarship Recipient

Britania HutchinsonBritania Hutchinson was a resident of Parkwood Apartments in Pell City, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member Hollyhand Companies. She graduated from Pell City High School in 2005 with a 3.4 GPA. She gradated from the University of Montevallo in 2010. Britania was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

2006 Scholarship Recipients

(Pictured: Lyshanda (Robinson)Harbin & Charmelia Danielle Davis)

Lyshanda (Robinson) HarbinLynshanda Robinson was a resident of Brandywine Apartments in Arab, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member Sunbelt Management. She graduated from Arab High School in 2006 with a 3.6 GPA, and was the first member of her family to graduate high school. In 2008 she graduated from Wallace State Community College. She is married and goes by Lyshanda Harbin. Lyshanda was awarded the Gordon L. Blackwell Scholarship.

Charmelia Danielle DavisCharmelia Davis was a resident of Sagewood Apartments in Eutaw, Alabama, a property managed by CARH member The Morrow Companies. Danielle graduated from Greene County High School in 2005 with a 3.6 GPA. She graduated from the University of Alabama in 2009. Charmelia was awarded the James L. Poehlman Scholarship.